5 Sous (Barcelona,lozenge) 1641 front 5 Sous (Barcelona,lozenge) 1641 back
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5 Sous Barcelona,lozenge

1641 year
Silver (.931) 6 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States)
King
Louis XIII of France (1641-1643)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1641
Value
5 Sous (¼)
Currency
Libra
Composition
Silver (.931)
Weight
6 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#110714
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Long cross divides legend, annulet in first and fourth angles, three bezants in second and third angles. Lozenge shield in center. Legend around, between beaded circles.

Script: Latin

Lettering: BARCINO CIVI 1641

Translation: City of Barcelona

Interesting fact

The 5 Sous coin from the Principality of Catalonia (Spanish States) made of Silver (.931) weighing 6 g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of King Philip IV of Spain, who ruled from 1621 to 1665. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign to help finance the military campaigns of the Spanish Empire.